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6 STARTING LINE Editor’s Note, Pink Half Marathon, Provo Halloween Half, Utah Human Race
8 RESORT REPORT Fall & Winter Updates from Local Resorts BY Rachael Hodson
10 FEATURES Have Pack, Will Travel: Fall Backpacking in Utah’s Mountains BY Molly Newman
14 TRAVEL Fall Escape to Southern Utah BY Rachael Hodson
18 GEAR Winter Coats for Every Budget BY Jenny Willden
20 HEALTH Cold Weather Running: Thrive in Winter Training BY Roy Stevenson
23 SKI SWAPS
25 CALENDAR Two Months Worth of Calendar Listings
30 LAST WORD What’s Hot: Mountainboarding BY Jerson Hatch
Does It Work?: Pop-up Tent BY Jenny Willden
ON THE COVERBeautiful foliage and scenery make Millcreek Canyon any exceptional fall backpacking destination.
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the STARTING lineEditor’s NoteThis summer I gave up my gym membership for the fi rst time in years, and to replace my normal cardio routine, I took up running. The more I ran, the more I wanted to run. I signed up for my fi rst half marathon, the women’s-only Pink Half Marathon, and in training I’ve advanced far faster than I imagined possible. Training for a race has made me dedicated to improving and inspired me to reach new goals.
Challenge yourself and train for something this fall. Whether it’s a 5K charity run, a lengthy bike ride, or a full marathon, fi nd a level you’re comfortable with and go for it! This issue has tips for cold weather running to guide your training (pg. 20) and other fun stories on weekend adventures in Southern Utah (pg. 14), autumn backpacking trips (pg. 10), winter coats to fi t your budget (pg. 18) and much more.
Happy Training!
Jenny WilldenSend comments, feedback or complaints to [email protected] or mail to 772 East 3300 South, Suite 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84106.
Sports-Am Cold Turkey 6KRun or walk this fun Thanksgiving Day 6K. Begins at 9 a.m. and starts at the Utah State Capitol. You run up City Creek Canyon and back down to fi nish at Memory Grove. Registration is $25. sports-am.com
Provo Halloween Half Marathon
Start off your Halloween festivities early at this half marathon that features a fast, scenic downhill course boasting a total elevation loss of 2,008 feet. The race takes place on Saturday, October 30 at 9 a.m. and begins at the Alpine Loop above the Sundance Resort at Aspen Grove. However, all runners will be required to meet at the Shops@Riverwoods to take a bus to the starting line. Runnable costumes are encouraged, and all runners will receive a technical event shirt and a participation medal. halloweenhalf.com
Utah Human RaceBurn some calories before Thanksgiving dinner at this annual 5K run/walk on Thanksgiving Day at 8 a.m. The event begins at Draper’s Factory Outlet Mall (12101 Factory Outlet Drive) and raises funds for the Utah Food Bank. utahhumanrace.com
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Pink Half MarathonUtah’s fi rst women’s-only half marathon is here! The race starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 16, beginning at Park City High School Football Field (1780 Kearns Boulevard). Registration is $60 and includes a sweet schwag bag with a women’s tech tank top, chocolate, beauty products, kitchenware and more. Plus, you’ll enjoy great fi nish line amenities like food, massages and an oxygen bar. The race takes place in October because it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and all proceeds will benefi t UCREW (Utah Cancer Resource and Education for Women). Email [email protected] for more information. thepinkseries.com
New Warren Miller Movie ScreeningsGet ready for winter by checking out Warren Miller’s latest fi lm, Wintervention, at select Utah locations. If you live near Salt Lake, see the movie at Abravanel Hall at 8 p.m. on October 22–23. It’s showing at Orem’s SCERA Center for the Arts on October 19–20 at 7:30 p.m. and on October 21 at 6 and 9 p.m. Ogdenites can see it at Peery’s Egyptian Theater on October 27–28 at 7:30 p.m. Park City residents can watch it on October 29–30 at 8 p.m. Everyone attending Wintervention will receive a free ticket to The Canyons! Plus, Salt Lake and Ogden attendees will receive a discount from Canyon Sports, in Park City a Cole Sport discount and in Orem a Park’s Sportsman discount. warrenmiller.com
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Ski Utah Silver and Gold PassesSki and ride at 13 Utah resorts all season for one low price! For only $2,400 you can purchase the Ski Utah Silver Pass, which is non-transferable and allows you to ski 30 days at each resort. If you want a transferable pass, the Ski Utah Gold Pass allows you to ski 50 days at each participating resort and costs $3,400. Silver and Gold Pass holders can also enjoy cross-country skiing at most nordic areas. Email [email protected] or call 801-534-1779 to purchase a pass. skiutah.comRun with Faith
Join Hugs for Tugs for a morning of racing to raise funds for the Amani Baby Cottage in Tanzania and Uganda. A 10K, 5K and family fun run will be offered, beginning at 9 a.m., on Saturday, October 16. The event takes place at Sugar House Park (2100 South 1300 East) and will feature a pancake breakfast, carnival, face painting and pumpkin carving contest after the runs. Enjoy an after party that night at The Stateroom (638 S. State Street) with live music, an auction and great drinks. The cost is just $12, and you can purchase tickets online. For more information, visit the website. hugsfortug.org
Squatters ChasingTail 5K Fun RunHelp Therapy Animals of Utah by running (or walking) at their 5K fundraiser on Saturday, November 6. The race begins at 9 a.m. at Wheeler Farm (6351 South 900 East) in Salt Lake City. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to participate. For more information, call 801-808-0804. uaata.org
Powell3 Triathlon ChallengeCan’t get enough of racing in triathlons? Head south for this late-season race on Saturday, October 23 at 8 a.m. The triathlon takes place at the Lake Powell Stateline Marina at Wahweap! The course is beautiful and you’ll enjoy warm air and water temperatures. Sprint and Olympic distances will be offered. For more information call 801-335-4940 or email [email protected]. powell3.com
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ALTA
Head up and take advantage of the gorgeous fall colors. Hike to Cecret Lake then head over to the Alta Lodge for a quiet Saturday night, and wake up to a fantastic Sunday brunch! Open your heart to change and sign up early for a fall yoga retreat on October 8-10. alta.com
BEAVER MOUNTAIN
The lifts will look a little sparklier this year with a coat of fresh paint. skithebeav.com
BRIAN HEAD
Hiking and mountain biking here is a vacation in itself. Freestyle, downhill and an insane terrain park have all the thrills you are seeking this fall, along with the new, gorgeous Vista Hiking Trail. brianhead.com
BRIGHTON
Drop your little ones off at Brighton’s new child care center and go enjoy the new features at the terrain park. brightonresort.com
THE CANYONS
This resort can’t seem to settle down. They have the “we want more” syndrome and have just announced the launch of two state-of-the-art lifts, a direct-connect gondola, expanded terrain, a Ski Beach for après-ski socializing and vastly improved snowmaking capabilities. thecanyons.com
GORGOZA PARK
This tubing area, owned by PCMR, boasts a new 390-foot conveyor lift that will replace the current tow rope accessing the lower tubing lanes. The new conveyor lift will increase the uphill capacity at Gorgoza by 25 percent. Gorgoza will also add a 60-foot conveyor lift designed to improve accessibility to the Fort Frosty play area.
DEER VALLEY
Why change a good thing when you are the best? Deer Valley, who has been rated the #1 Ski Resort in America three years in a row by SKI Magazine, isn’t making any major changes this season. Except for the AFFORDABLE locals ski passes this year! Come relax this fall at the fi ne lodges and dine at some of Utah’s swankiest restaurants before prices go up with the snowfall. deervalley.com
EAGLE POINT
This resort in Beaver, Utah will open mid-December as Southern Utah’s newest ski experience. Eagle Point is located a short 3-hour drive from Las Vegas, and 3.5 hours from Salt Lake City. The resort’s website is expected to launch mid-October with details: skieaglepoint.com
PARK CITY MOUNTAIN RESORT
Enjoy all the usual activities here, or take a ride on Utah’s only alpine coaster! Then scream down the hill on some of the world’s longest alpine slides. Park City has expanded night skiing and riding operations for this season and increased snowmaking to enhance early season conditions. They are (gratefully) placing eco-friendly toilets at the bottom of Jupiter and King Con chairlifts. parkcitymountain.com
POWDER MOUNTAIN
If you haven’t shredded the fl uff here, you are missing out on some phenomenal skiing! Powder Mountain has always had great intermediate terrain, but this season Snowcat Powder Safari will add 1,000 additional acres of expert chutes and bowls to the 2,000 acres of terrain currently used for snowcat skiing. The best part is the $15 price tag! powdermountain.com
SNOWBASIN
The fall colors are spectacular here! Enjoy more than 50 miles of well-maintained trails for hiking and mountain biking. Through October 3, the Needles Gondola is in operation every weekend for lift-assisted mountain biking, hiking and mountaintop dining. Disc golf is also available. Get a great deal on season passes by purchasing before October 3. snowbasin.com
SNOWBIRD
Oktoberfest is still running on weekends through October 10. Head up and ride the alpine slide, or try your luck with the bull! Great food and cheap pre-season deals on lodging make it a shoe-in for a great weekend retreat! The Cliff Lodge is currently renovating The Spa, so visit this winter to relax and unwind after a day on the slopes. snowbird.com
SOLITUDE
Mountain biking is still available for those of you willing to huff it up the hill. The trails are well marked and a ton of fun! A new magic carpet ride, opening this winter, will make your littlest bambinos have a more enjoyable experience while learning to ski. Buy your season pass by October 31 for the best price. skisolitude.com
By Rachael Hodson
With fall in full swing, there are still ample opportunities to head up to the mountains for a little fun and
relaxation before the snow fl ies. Hiking, mountain biking and fabulous food await you! Also, while some
resorts are taking it easy this year on improvements, others are spending plenty to improve skier visits and
help our state’s economic woes. From new lifts to added terrain and eco-friendly toilets, Utah’s ski resorts
are ready to welcome this season’s visitors with more amenities and fi rst-rate new features. Take a look...
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Rio Tinto’s Kennecott Utah Copper employs 2,000 people. Another 400employees work at the Rio Tinto Regional Center in South Jordan and other local offices supporting Rio Tinto’s operations around the globe. We are geologists, accountants, engineers, environmental scientists, operators and craftsmen. We are your neighbors, friends and coaches.
Rio Tinto is also responsible for an additional 14,800* indirect local jobs. In fact, our operation contributes $900 million* to the Utah economy through jobs, taxes, fees, and purchases from 1,000 Utah areabusinesses. We’re proud to contribute to Utah’s success. The BinghamCanyon Mine has been in operation since 1903 and we are looking at ways to extend our operation for decades to come. To learn more about our plan for the future, visit www.kennecott.com.
* Based on the 2009 study by the University of Utah Bureau of Economic and Business Research
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Kennecott Utah Copper jobs in our communitycould nearly fill Rio Tinto stadium
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HAVE PACK, WILL TRAVEL:Fall Backpacking inUtah’s Mountains
By Molly Newman
The dog days of summer have drawn to a close, and Utah’s mountains are waiting for their first dose of snow. Now’s the perfect time to head to the hills for a backpacking getaway. You’ll miss out on crowds and scorching temperatures, and you’ll experience fall’s kaleidoscope of changing colors for yourself. Whether you have just one night to spend or four days to really get away from it all, we’ve got a trip to suit your schedule and your experience level. If you’re a new backpacker, brush up on the basics outlined below. Then grab your gear (see sidebar for some of our favorite picks), and get ready to head out for a backcountry adventure.
BACKPACKING BASICS
There’s no outdoor experience that can compare to the feeling of crawling out of your tent in the morning to an unspoiled alpine view. But if your al fresco overnights have been limited to well-traveled campgrounds, the idea of setting up camp far from civilization may be intimidating at fi rst. With these simple skills and basic pieces
of equipment, you’ll be ready for the thrill of your fi rst backpacking trip.
Know before you go. Thoroughly research your destination to avoid unpleasant surprises. What camping or drinking water facilities—if any—are available along the route? How strenuous is the hike in and out? What kind of weather can you expect? Will you need to register for a backcountry permit before heading into the wilderness? A solid GPS unit is a good idea, but there’s no substitute for an accurate map. Ask at your local outdoor store for recommendations, or check out the 40,000-plus maps and guides available at trails.com. With map in hand, plan your overnight stays ahead of time. Plan on a hiking pace of about 2 miles per hour over rolling terrain on well-used trails, and remember that your pace will be slower over steep slopes or uneven ground. It’s better to cover less ground and arrive at your destination with plenty of setup time than to push on to a further camping spot and arrive too late and too tired. Trail conditions can change quickly, and even a recent map may not be 100% accurate. Get up-to-date
advice from other backpackers by visiting the trail forums at backpacker.
com/community. It’s also a good idea to make a last-minute check by contacting the park or national forest you’re planning to visit. Consider giving your gear a dry run before hitting the trail. Practice setting up and taking down your tent, and cook a meal with your backpacking stove. The last thing you’ll want to do after a day-long hike is struggle with unfamiliar equipment or malfunctioning tools.
Put your best foot forward. Properly fi tting boots are a must for any backpacking trip. Chafed and blistered feet can turn your dream trip into a painful nightmare. (Don’t try to make do with trail runners or other athletic-style shoes, no matter how comfortable. A twisted ankle miles from the nearest road can be serious trouble.) If you’re in the market for new boots, buy them several weeks ahead of time and go for a few short hikes to break them in. Protect your feet with sturdy backpacking socks. Stay away from cotton socks; they absorb sweat and lead to cold, damp and blistered feet. Choose insulating, moisture-wicking
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materials such as wool, Hollofi l or Thermax instead. Bring several extra pairs to make sure your feet stay dry and cushioned at all times.Pack lightly—but thoroughly. Experts estimate that with modern equipment, your load for a full-length backpacking trip should total 35 pounds or less. When every ounce counts, you want to bring just what you need to stay safe, warm, dry and well-fed. Download a printable gear checklist at backpacking.net/cheklist.html to help you remember all the essentials.
TRIPS TO TRY Emerald Lake, Mount TimpanogosTrip Length: 2 days (13 miles, round trip)Diffi culty: Moderate (fi nal climb: moderately strenuous)
Located less than an hour’s drive from Salt Lake City, Mount Timpanogos is one of the most popular hiking and backpacking destinations in Utah. If you’re making a weekend of it, plan to leave early to ensure you’ll get a prime camping spot. From the Timpooneke Trailhead, it’s a day’s hike to Emerald
Lake. The next morning, you can reach the summit of Mount Timp, then have plenty of time to retrieve your gear and head down the Primrose Cirque on your return.
Under-the-Rim Trail, Bryce Canyon National ParkTrip Length: 3 days (22 miles, one way)Diffi culty: StrenuousEscape the crowds with this trek across rugged terrain to Rainbow Point, the highest point in the park. You’ll encounter sweeping vistas, shady wooded areas and bizarre rock formations. There are several camping areas along the way to break up your trip. If you’re hiking the entire trail, plan to shuttle back to the start by leaving a car at Rainbow Point. Pack plenty of water: there’s no source of drinking water after Yellow Creek Campground, three miles in.
Four Lakes Basin, High Uintas Wilderness AreaTrip Length: 2 days (17 miles, round trip)Diffi culty: Moderate
Travel above the treeline and explore this series of high alpine lakes. Beginning at the Highline Trailhead,
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you’ll ramble through meadows and along ridgelines before arriving at the basin. These lakes are popular with hikers and anglers, but if you make it to the far side of Dean Lake, you’ll be rewarded with relative solitude (and a fair chance at a fresh-caught trout dinner).
Kane Gulch to Bullet Canyon, Grand Gulch Primitive AreaTrip Length: 3 days (23 miles, one way)Diffi culty: Moderate–strenuous
Immerse yourself in Utah’s prehistoric past with this trail that winds through a series of spectacular archaeological sites. Allow plenty of time to explore the Anasazi ruins and rock art you’ll fi nd along the way. During the late summer, this area is subject to extreme temperatures and fl ash fl ooding, so fall is the best time of year to go.
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Gear Up!
The right gear can make the difference between an adventure you’ll remember forever and one you’d rather forget. Consider these backcountry-ready options for your next wilderness trek.
Princeton Tec BYTE Headlamp
So you stumbled into camp just as the sun was setting? Don’t let darkness put a damper on your evening plans. With two super-bright LED lamps, the lightweight BYTE keeps your hands free and your outlook bright. $20 princetontec.com
Granite Gear Escape A.C. 60
Carry your gear in comfort. The molded foam padding of this ultralight pack conforms to the curves of your back, and its integrated air channels help you stay cool. Choose from two torso lengths and four hip belt sizes for a truly customized fi t. $200 granitegear.com
Tecnica Cyclone Mid GTX Boots
When sloshing through creeks or scrambling over scree, sturdy footwear is a must. These rugged, yet comfortable, boots offer steady footing on the most challenging terrain. Gore-Tex liners keep your feet dry during those inevitable fall rainshowers. $175 tecnicausa.com
MSR DragonFly Camp Stove
Simmer a stew or sear a steak with equal ease, thanks to the DragonFly’s dual-valve fl ame control. It runs on virtually any liquid fuel, and it collapses to fi t into a 2-liter MSR cookpot for easy storage and transport. $130 cascadedesigns.com/msr
Platypus CleanStream Gravity Filter
Tempted to take a drink from that icy mountain stream? Go ahead—but don’t put yourself at risk for Giardia or worse. The CleanStream purifi es four liters of water in under three minutes, with no pumping or nasty-tasting tablets required. $100 cascadedesigns.com/platypus
Easton Mountain Products Kilo Tent
Snuggle down with your backpacking buddy in the lightest freestanding two-person tent on the market. Weighing in at just two pounds, the Kilo leaves plenty of room in your pack for more essentials... like chocolate! $400 eastonmountainproducts.com
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Are you getting restless for
the snow to fl y? Do you need
something to distract your attention
for a few days? Get out of the city for a
weekend and head down to Southern
Utah. Here is our pick for a great two-
day vacation.
Stunning hiking, biking and relaxation
await you in Brian Head. Tucked away
in the heart of scenic southern Utah
you will fi nd this alpine oasis. With
the highest base elevation in Utah, get
your lungs ready for a serious workout.
Shockingly beautiful Brian Head offers
some of Utah’s best mountain biking
and hiking. Although the lifts close
for the summer on September 26, the
trails are still accessible from the scenic
Highway U-143, which wraps around
the side of the mountain towards Cedar
Breaks National Monument.
The new Vista Hiking Trail at Brian
Head Ski Resort is a must-do while
visiting in the fall. Cool mountain air,
red rocks, sweeping vistas and the
changing fall colors will leave you
refreshed and renewed. The bike
trails are well marked, and even the
easiest Color Canyon Trail is a good
challenge for those of you with little
experience. Brian Head is known for
their exhilarating array of trails: single
track, downhill, cross country and
now a new park, which boasts many
challenging elements for the die-
hard biker. The Dixie National Forest
surrounds the ski area and gives you
access to a dizzying amount of trails.
Don’t miss Brian Head Peak Road; here
you can access the old rock shack and
take in unreal 360 degree views at
11,300 feet! Park in the parking lot just
below the shack and hit the Bunker
Creek Trails. Shuttle service and a
map are essential as many of the trails
interconnect and wind downhill for
miles. Bike rentals and shuttles are
provided through Brian Head Resort
(weather permitting), Georg’s and
Brian Head Sports.
To fi nd more great trails, stop by the
Brian Head Chamber of Commerce
to pick up their new bike and hiking
trail guide.
After a hard day playing, head into
Pizanos Pizzeria for some surprisingly
good thin crust pies. The owner, Tony
Cocchia, brings a little bit of Italy
and lots of attitude to the tiny town
of Brian Head! If you’re in the mood
for Mexican, try authentic food and
margaritas at Mi Pueblo, just down the
highway. Although there is plenty of
lodging to be found, the all-inclusive
Cedar Breaks Lodge is far above the
Fall Escape to
Story and Photos By Rachael Hodson
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NBC’s Today Show recently rated Cedar City & Brian Head, Utah as
one of their “Top 8 Unique Destinations For Fall Colors”.
Updated fall color report with maps, forecasts, suggested drives, fall
events, and COOL DEALS check out scenicsouthernutah.com
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UtahShakespearean
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October 29-31, 2010
Cedar Livestock &Heritage Festival
Cedar Livestock &Heritage Festival
1-800-354-4849www.ScenicSouthernUtah.com
Where Play is the Thing!
NBC’s Today Show recently rated
Incredible Fall Colors
TRAVELrest. A beautiful salt
water pool, which
boasts two spas, sauna
and steam room,
will give your aching
body the relaxation it
deserves. The lodge
has two restaurants,
a spa, a gift shop,
comfortable rooms and
pleasant staff. Breakfast
at the lodge is the way
to go, but stock up at
the store across the
street for picnic foods
before you hit the road.
The new Grand Lodge
is also fantastic and
has amenities like an
outdoor deck featuring
two fi re pits, an indoor
swimming pool, fi rst–
class dining and a spa.
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TRAVELTake an afternoon ride four miles out
of town on the historic PatchWork
Highway SR143, a recently designated
National Scenic Byway, to visit Cedar
Breaks National Monument. Cedar
Breaks was rated by USA Today
as one of the “Top 5 Places to See
Fall Colors”. Don’t miss the 2-mile
roundtrip Spectra Point Overlook Trail.
Keep your children close as you hike
out to an ancient forest, and one of the
most colorful and breathtaking scenes
in all of Utah!
Head home the long way through
the picturesque Dixie National Forest
towards Panguitch and make a beeline
over to Bryce Canyon National Park. If
you haven’t been to Bryce before, don’t
miss the moderately strenuous Navajo
Loop that begins at Sunset Point
and descends 520 feet through a slot
canyon known as Wall Street. Continue
hiking the trail as it winds through the
breathtaking “Amphitheater” and back
up the switchbacks to Sunrise Point.
You can easily fi ll a weekend with
excitement and adventure with Utah as
your backyard!
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Stay at:
Cedar Breaks Lodge
223 Hunter Ridge Road
435-677-3000
cedarbreakslodge.com
Grand Lodge
314 Hunter Ridge Drive
435-677-9000
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Play at:
Brian Head Ski Resort
329 S. Highway 143
435-677-3927
brianhead.com
Equipment & Shuttle:
Georg’s Ski Shop
612 S. Highway 143
435-677-2013
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Eat at:
Pizanos Pizza
259 S. Highway 143
435-677-3341
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Mi Pueblo
406 S. Highway 143
435-677-9050
Visit:
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Brian Head Chamber of Commerce
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TOSH–The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital is one of the country's premier facilities for
orthopedic surgical care, rehabilitation and physical therapy, sports performance training,
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reach your optimal athletic performance level, or are working toward a speedy recovery from
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GEAR
Say goodbye to fl ip fl ops and swim suits for another year. Old man winter is on his way, and in a few short weeks you’ll be unpacking ski wear from storage and driving on snow-covered roads. Get prepared for ski season in advance by updating your current coat with something new. With all the high-end features you can pack in a parka, they can get expensive quickly. So we selected coats from a wide range of prices, ensuring you’ll fi nd a great one that fi ts your budget.
1. HELLY HANSEN ENIGMA
FLOW DOWN JACKET
If you want a jacket with all the bells and whistles, this is it! Made of Helly Tech®O2 professional fabric with
20,000 mm waterproofness and 20,000 g breathability for comfort in extreme weather. Hexagonal goose down pods provide warmth while the innovative Flo2wTM mechanical ventilation system allows heat and moisture to escape. Other cool features: a stretch zip-away powder skirt, RECCO® refl ector, removable hood, goggle wipe and a built-in HH®WarmTM Balaclava that stows in its own zippered pocket. For men and women. $700 hellyhansen.com
2. OBERMEYER MEN’S
PEREGRINE JACKET
Obermeyer’s been making great ski products for 60 years, and this solid ski jacket doesn’t disappoint. Available in three colorful options, and not-so-colorful black, so any guy can fi nd a style he likes. Recycled polyester fabric makes it an
eco-friendly choice while 10,000 mm waterproof, breathable fabric provides superior dryness. Features like the built-in Recco safety system, removable storm hood, fl eece cell phone pocket, goggle cloth and zip-off powder skirt are worth the extra bucks. $375 obermeyer.com
3. HELLY HANSEN MEN’S
MISSION JACKET
For men on a mission to look good on the slopes, this HellyTech®O2 professional fabric jacket is a stellar choice. Made from 20,000 mm waterproof and 24,500 mm breathable fabric to keep you dry without overheating, and with neat extras, like laser-cut ventilation holes, mechanical ventilation zippers, adjustable hood, powder skirt, google wipe and ski-pass pocket. $350 hellyhansen.com
4. COLUMBIA MEN’S
POWDER BOWL PARKA
Remember those silver space blankets that come in emergency kits? Imagine one of those...inside your coat. That’s the idea with Columbia’s new Omni-Heat® thermal refl ectivity technology. Both the shell and liner employ this down-like material to keep you 20 percent warmer while continuing to breathe and wick moisture. The water-repellant zip-out liner is great for cold days, and actually looks good worn alone. $300 columbia.com
5. PATAGONIA NANO
STORM JACKET
Stay dry all day long with the waterproof, breathable Nano Storm. The H2No® shell fabric is also highly packable, making it a perfect ski coat for traveling. Built-in synthetic insulation
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PrimaLoft® One polyester insulation is quilted to stay in place and keeps you snug in frigid conditions, without feeling bulky. For men and women. $299 patagonia.com
6. PATAGONIA DOWN
SWEATER
Get one before they’re gone! This limited edition sweater is made from ultralight, translucent ripstop nylon that’s treated with Deluge® DWR (durable water repellent) to keep snow off. Filled with 900 fi ll power European goose down to add warmth, not weight, and has an internal zippered stretch-mesh pocket that doubles as a stuff sack. Great under your favorite shell. For men and women. $275 patagonia.com
7. COLUMBIA WOMEN’S
PRISM ICE PARKA
Ideal for all-season use, this versatile two-in-one coat has a moisture-proof outer shell that’s fully seam sealed and lined with Omni-Heat® thermal refl ective fabric. The Inerchange liner jacket is soft, cute, thermal refl ective, water repellent and lightweight. The snap-back powder skirt connects to Columbia ski pants easily, and waterproof pockets keep your iPod and cell phone dry. $270 columbia.com
8. OBERMEYER WOMEN’S
SAWYER JACKET
Let’s be honest, looking great is just as important as being dry and comfortable. This vintage-style ski jacket offers both, and has 5,000 mm waterproofness and 5,000 g breathabilty for comfort in cold weather. The powder skirt buttons to
the matching Jaden Pants to prevent a numb bum from powder in your pants. $259 obermeyer.com
9. WESTCOMB CHILKO
SWEATER
Get the biggest bang for your buck with this ridiculously light, but highly insulated, sweater. The 850 fi ll power Hutterite 100% down (no feathers) is exceptionally warm and durable, and the shell itself is made from lightweight Pertex Quantum. The Chilko fi ts like a dream and is the warmest, most affordable puffy down jacket we tested. $250 westcomb.com
10. HI-TEC WOMEN’S
TRINITY PEAK PARKA
With the current economy, Hi-Tec launched its fi rst affordable ski coat line at the perfect time. This parka is low on cost, but still has
great features like a zip-out fl eece liner, tuck away storm hood and interior security pocket. Plus, it’s made from 3000 mm Dri-Tec waterproof, breathable fabric to keep you comfy. $190 hi-tec.com
11. HI-TEC MEN’S MYSTIC
MOUNTAIN SHELL
Great for warmer days on the slopes, or when paired with your favorite fl eece, this inexpensive shell is made from 10,000 mm Dri-Tec waterproof, breathable fabric to help you stay dry in storms and powder. Features a removable storm hood, underarm vents, interior security pocket and handwarmer pockets. $160 hi-tec.com
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WEATHERING THE COLD
Do interval training weekly. Many runners use dark, wet winter days as an excuse to take it easy, which means they have to work to regain their previously hard-earned fi tness come spring. Prevent this by including one day of interval training in your weekly schedule. This will keep your neuromuscular system and fast twitch muscle fi bers revved up so you’ll you never lose that all-important leg speed and strength, and it will keep your lactate threshold up.
Reduce your speed. Don’t be tempted to run at your summer pace in the winter. Unique conditions like snow, ice, wind, low visibility and wearing several layers of clothing will slow you down. Running too fast in cold weather often results in disaster—falling on slippery roads causes
abrasions, bruises, broken bones and muscle strains—which can put you out of running for weeks! So settle into your steady winter pace and enjoy it.
Watch the terrain closely. Walk around icy patches and be careful while running downhill and around corners. If you fi nd yourself on slippery terrain, slow down to a shuffl e, shorten your stride and run fl at-footed for more shoe contact with the ground. Stay relaxed and keep your balance.
COLD WEATHER RUNNING MYTHS
DEBUNKED
Be wary of myths about cold weather running, especially that running will provide the heat necessary to keep you warm in cold temperatures. Given the combination of low body fat on distance runners, the extreme cold and accumulated sweat in clothing,
heat loss often exceeds heat produced during distance running; you can easily get hypothermia if you aren’t dressed accordingly.
Another myth is that lung tissue will freeze in sub-zero temperatures with the rapid breathing of cold air. Research by McFadden (1984) found that cold air poses no danger of damaging our respiratory passages. Even in extreme cold, incoming air warms to 26–32 degrees by the time it reaches the bronchi.
But the downside to exercising in cold air is that during the warming process the humidifi cation of cold air causes water and heat loss from the respiratory tract (mouth, trachea, larynx, bronchi). This moisture and heat loss causes a dry mouth, burning throat, irritation of the respiratory
Cool Weather Running: Thrive in WINTER TrainingBy Roy Stevenson
THE LONG, HOT SUMMER DAYS ARE BEHIND US AND FALL LEAVES AND COOLER TEMPERATURES ARE SIGNS OF THE SHORT, COLD WINTER DAYS TO COME. BUT
JUST BECAUSE THE WEATHER IS CHANGING DOESN’T MEAN YOU NEED TO STOP TRAINING OUTDOORS. JUST READ THIS REFRESHER ON HOW TO RUN IN THE COLD, AND GET OUTSIDE!
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HEALTHpassages and dehydration, which can lead to throat infections. Drink frequently to keep your throat moist and to rehydrate after running.
THE CHILLING WIND
Always consult the Wind Chill Temperatures Chart (nws.
noaa.gov/os/windchill) before going out for your trot. It’s not the actual temperature that causes hypothermia—it’s the combination of temperature and wind speed. Cold wind displaces the insulating warm air that surrounds your body while you run, causing an overall convective heat loss.
Running in a calm 30 degrees can seem quite warm, but running in that same temperature with wind gusting at 20 miles per hour will bring the effective wind chill temperature down to -15 degrees, making it dangerous to run. On cold, windy days run out and back courses: head into the wind on your way out, and return with the wind at your back.
TIPS FOR PICKING WINTER RUNNING CLOTHING
Layer up! Wearing layers traps air between the clothing items, which warms up from your body heat. If you start overheating, increase the airfl ow to your chest by unzipping your jacket. On the bottom, wear microfi ber or polypropylene tights. Polypropylene tights are best when temperatures dip below 40 degrees.
Stay dry. Choose moisture wicking, breathable fabrics, like microfi ber or wool, which will keep you drier and warmer than cotton.
Cover your head. You can lose up to 40 percent of your total body heat from your noggin, so on wet, cold or windy days, wear a hat or ski mask made from microfi ber or wool.
Protect your digits. Keep your fi ngers toasty with microfi ber or wool gloves or mittens. Mittens are better than gloves because they keep your fi ngers together, so their combined heat keeps your hands warmer. Choose wool or polypropylene socks for your feet.
Stand out from your surroundings. Wear dark clothing to contrast against snow in the daytime and light-colored, refl ective clothing at night. Use a large runner’s refl ective vest when running at night, dawn or dusk. Improve your safety by wearing a headlamp or refl ective leg bands, armbands, safety lights and an illuminated hat. Caution: Even with refl ective gear, drivers may not see you in foggy or rainy conditions. Stay aware.
Cold conditions shouldn’t stop you from training outside; you just need to plan accordingly. But if there’s a blizzard, or the temperature dips below zero, keep yourself safe. Take the day off from outdoor exercise and continue training indoors on a treadmill or track.
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HEALTHGET YOUR RUN ON!Stay warm and visible with our winter running gear picks.
Brooks Utopia Thermal Pant
If you shy away from the tightness of tights, you’ll love these fi tted, but not too fi tted, pants. The thermal fabric is light with refl ective details and ankle zippers for comfort. For men and women. $85 brooksrunning.com
Icebreaker Pace Legging
Made from pure Merino wool with a bit of Lycra for stretch, these leggings are ideal for cold weather running on their own, or underneath your favorite pants. Wool is naturally breathable, lightweight and stink-free so you’ll feel fresh and not weighed down. They double as a great baselayer under ski gear. $90
icebreaker.com
Moving Comfort No
Chill Hoodie
Warm up on cold runs in this fl attering zip-up hoodie. Features zip hand warmer pockets, thumb loops and cute gathers at the back waist. For women only! $95 movingcomfort.com
Brooks NightLife Infi niti ½ Zip
Be safe on dark runs with Brooks’ signature NightLife collection. The bright colors and refl ective details promote safety while the Vapor-Dry Plus fabric transfers moisture to
keep you dry. Wear it as a mid layer or alone, dependent on how low the temperature gets. For men and women. $75 brooksrunning.com
Brooks Infi niti Beanie
Stay warm and be seen on cold, dark days with this quick-wicking beanie. Also available in not-so-bright colors for daytime use. Bonus: The women’s version has a ponytail exit to keep hair out of your face. For men and women. $24 brooksrunning.com
Brooks Vapor-Dry2 Gloves
Yes, these gloves keep your fi ngers from going numb, but their coolest features are the MP3 thumb pad and fl ip-back thumb for easy iPod navigation as you run. Little magnets hold the gloves together for storage to prevent missing glove searches. $28 brooksrunning.com
CEP Running O2 Sportsocks
Though not specifi cally designed for cold weather running, CEP compression socks are an ideal training companion year round. They help you run with less effort, increased speed and decreased recovery time. They’re scientifi cally proven to increase blood circulation and help you metabolize lactic acid more rapidly so you can train again sooner. Plus, the socks are padded to prevent blisters and are anatomically shaped for a perfect fi t. $59.90 cepsocks.com
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OCTOBER 8
WSU OUTDOOR PROGARM SALE AND SWAP
10 a.m.–7 p.m. at WSU bell tower/waterfall plaza. In case of rain, see us in the Shepard Unio Building. Individuals are welcome to bring equipment to sell. 801-626-6373, weber.edu/outdoor
OCTOBER 8-11
SPORTS DEN SKI SWAP
10 a.m.–8 p.m. 801-582-5611, sportsden.com
OCTOBER 22-23
ROWMARK SKI SWAP–Lincoln Gymnasium, MS Commons, Rowland Hall, Salt Lake City, UT. 801-355-3943. Public check-in Oct. 21, 2–7 p.m.; Oct. 22, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. ($1 per Item.)Public check-out Oct. 24, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Oct. 22, 5–10 p.m.; Oct. 23, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Admission: Friday $5 per person and Saturday rree. Children under 12 are free. rowmark.org
OCTOBER 23
BLACK DIAMOND STORE SWAP–2092 East 3900 South, East Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT. 801-278-0233. 8 a.m.–noon. Bring gear, sell your gear and keep the money.Free admission. blackdiamondequipment.com
OCTOBER 23-24
PARK CITY SNOWBOARD TEAM SNOWBOARD SWAP
The PCST takes 15 percent on all sold items. 435-659-1175, pcsbt.org
NOVEMBER 5-6
SOLDIER HOLLOW PRE-WINTER SKI SALE–Soldier Hollow Legacy Foundation. Lodge at Soldier Hollow, Midway, UT. 435-654-2002. 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Cross Country ski equipment and snowshoes. Junior Packages from $75, adults from $189. Discounted preseason passes available.
NOVEMBER 5-7
38th ANNUAL PARK CITY SKI TEAM SWAP–Basin Recreation Field House at Newpark. 1388 New Main Street., Kimball Junction, UT. 435-649-8749. Early check-in Nov. 1–4; Jans Mt. Outfi tters & Cole Sport of Park Ave. Sale runs Nov. 5, 8 p.m.–1 a.m.; Nov. 6, 10–6 p.m.; Nov. 7, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The ski team keeps 30 percent of the profi t. Admission is $8 on Friday, $5 on Saturday and $2 on Sunday. Children under 12 are free. [email protected], parkcityskiteam.org
NOVEMBER 12
ST. LAWRENCE THRIFT STORES ANNUAL SKI SALE–Park and Recreation Building, 90 North 100 West, Heber City, UT. 435-657-0209. Sale runs Nov. 12, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Nov. 13, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Drop your donations off at the old St. Mary’s Church at 121 Park Avenue, Park City, UT. No fees, free admission.
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Equipment Check OutSun. Oct 24 – 9am - 1pm
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Equipment Check In*Thurs. Oct. 21 – 2pm - 7pm
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28th ANNUAL SWAP
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MILLCREEK BICYCLES IS A TACX TRAINER TEST RIDE CENTER.
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Tacx VR trainers allow multi player racing, Virtual training rides. Real life video with Google Earth of The Pyrenees, Tour of Flanders, Col Du Tourmalet and much more.
Come in and test ride the worlds best virtual reality trainer and view the 2011 Tacx trainer line.
Custom foot beds by Sidas make your feet feel better.
Take advantage of the best time of year to buy a bike. Bikes and gear are priced to move. Up to 50% off! Buy now for Christmas and save.
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CALENDARCYCLING; FILMS, FESTIVALS, CLINICS AND EVENTS
CYCLINGOCTOBER 4-16Huntsman World Senior
Games—St. George, UT. Kyle, 800-562-1268, www.seniorgames.net
OCTOBER 9Sports-AM City Creek Bike
Sprint Hill Climb—10:00 a.m. www.sports-am.com
OCTOBER 9-1024 Hours of Moab—
www.grannygear.com
NOVEMBER 6-725 Hours of Frog Hollow—Cimarron, 970-759-3048, www.gropromotions.com
FILMS, FESTIVALS, CLINICS AND EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 302010 Bikes for Kids Utah
Dinner and Auction—6:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. An Italian dinner at Cucina Nassi, silent auction and live auction hosted by Bikes for Kids Utah to support the purchase of bikes for 1,000 underprivileged children in Utah as well as youth cycling safety and advocacy efforts. 6 p.m. Silent auction and cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner. Cucina Nassi, 2155 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, UT. Cost is $100 per person or $1,000 per table of 10. Each ticket purchases a bicycle, helmet and bike lock for an
underprivileged child in Utah. www.bikesforkidsutah.com
OCTOBER 4-16Huntsman World Senior
Games—St. George, UT. Kyle, 800-562-1268, www.seniorgames.net
OCTOBER 7Teton Gravity Research Film
Premier—”Deeper” Wild Cat Theater WSU Union Building, Tickets available at the Outdoor Program in advance or at the door $7.00. Call the Outdoor Program for information or for registration (801-626-6373).
OCTOBER 92010, Outdoor Program,
Causey Res Canoe Day Trip—WSU $15 Non WSU $20, Call the Outdoor Program for information or for registration 801-626-6373, www.weber.edu/outdoor
OCTOBER 15-17WSU Outdoor Program
Fall Break Climbing/ Canyoneering Trip—Call the Outdoor Program for information or for registration 801-626-6373, www.weber.edu/outdoor
OCTOBER 19-21New Warren Miller Movie in
Orem—Oct. 19-20, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 21, 6 and 9 p.m. SCERA Center for the Arts, Orem, UT. www.warrenmiller.com
OCTOBER 21WSU Outdoor Program Kayak
Roll Session— WSU Pool 7–9 p.m. $15, Call the Outdoor
S A L T L A K E C O U N T Y
BICYCLEA D V I S O R Y C O M M I T T E E
www.slcbac.org
See Website for more info
Call To Action!Get involved with the newly
re-structured CountyBicycle Advisory Committee!!!
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FILMS, FESTIVALS, CLINICS AND EVENTS; GEAR SWAPS, REI EVENTS
Program for information or registration, 801-626-6373, www.weber.edu/outdoor
OCTOBER 22-23New Warren Miller Movie
in Salt Lake—8 p.m. Abravanel Hall, SLC, UT. www.warrenmiller.com
OCTOBER 27-28New Warren Miller Movie in
Ogden—7:30 p.m. Peery’s Egyptian Theatre, Ogden, UT. www.warrenmiller.com
OCTOBER 29-30New Warren Miller Movie
in Park City—8 p.m. Delores Dore’ Eccles Center, Park City, UT. www.warrenmiller.com
NOVEMBER 1First day for winter
reservations for the Bloomington Canyon Idaho Yurt—Call the Outdoor Program for information or for reservations 801-626-6373, www.weber.edu/outdoor
NOVEMBER 21-28Yellowstone Ski Festival—
The Yellowstone Ski Festival is a week-long event packed with everything the Nordic skier desires. There are one, three and fi ve-day clinics, SuperTour and Biathlon races, on-snow demos from all of the major ski manufacturers and an
evening expo with displays from xc companies, wax clinics, fi lms, presentations and more. www.yellowstoneskifestival.com
DECEMBER 11Wasatch Touring/Alta Ski
Resort Annual Telemark & AT Demo—Try and compare the latest in ski, boot and binding designs. Factory reps will be on hand with free demos from Black Diamond, Dynafi t, Atomic, G3, K2, Voile, Fritschi, Garmont, Scarpa and Marker. Get a custom fi t demo boot reserved on Friday night before the event at Wasatch Touring (702 E. 100 S., Salt Lake City, UT.) 801-359-9361, [email protected], www.wasatchtouring.com
GEAR SWAPSOCTOBER 87th Annual Outdoor Program
Gear Sale and Swap—WSU Bell Tower/ Waterfall Plaza. In case of heavy rain please see us in the Shepard Union Building. Oct 8th, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Individuals are welcome to bring equipment to sell 801-626-6373,www.weber.edu/outdoor
OCTOBER 22-23Rowmark Ski Swap—
Admission: Friday $5 per person and Saturday Free.
(Children under 12 free). Lincoln Gymnasium, MS Commons, Rowland Hall, Salt Lake City, UT. 801-355-3943, www.rowmark.org
OCTOBER 23Black Diamond Store—8
a.m.–noon. Bring gear, sell your gear and keep the money. 2092 East 3900 South, East Millcreek, UT. 801-278-0233,blackdiamondequipment.com
NOVEMBER 538th Annual Park City
Ski Team Swap—Early Check-in Nov. 1–4; Jans Mt. Outfi tters & Cole Sport of Park Ave. Nov. 5, 8 p.m.–1 a.m.; Nov. 6, 10–6 p.m.; Nov. 7, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The ski team keeps 30% of the profi t. Admission is $8 on Friday, $5 on Saturday and $2 on Sunday. Children under 12 are free. Basin Recreation Field House at New Park, 1388 New Main Street, Kimball Junction, UT. 435-649-8749, [email protected]
NOVEMBER 5-6Soldier Hollow Pre-
winter Ski Sale—Nov. 5–6, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Cross Country ski equipment and snowshoes. Junior Packages from $75, adults from $189. Discounted preseason passes available. Soldier Hollow Legacy Foundation.
Lodge at Soldier Hollow, Midway, UT. 435-654-2002
NOVEMBER 12-13St. Lawrence Thrift Stores
Annual Ski—Nov. 12, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Nov. 13, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Drop your donations off at the old St. Mary’s Church at 121 Park Avenue, Park City. No fees, free admission Sale Park and Recreation Building. 90 North 100 West, Heber City, UT. 435-657-0209.
REI COMMUNITY EVENTS
SANDY CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Sandy City REI store. REI is located at 10600 South & 230 West in the northwest corner of the South Towne Mall property. For more information and to register, please call 801-501-0850 or visit our website at www.rei.com/sandy.
OCTOBER 14Trekking Poles: The Long and
Short of It—7:00 p.m. at REI Sandy. Chat with REI expert, Craig Whetman, to learn the many features of these multi-purpose tools. He’ll cover how to select poles for different terrain and seasons
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and talk about choices for your comfort and ability.
OCTOBER 28Climbing Basics for
Women—7:00 p.m. at REI Sandy. Join an expert from Momentum Climbing Gym for an introductory class on the basics of rock climbing. No experience necessary!
SALT LAKE CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Salt Lake City REI store. REI SLC is located at 3285 East & 3300 South. For more information and to register, please call 801-486-2100 or visit our website at www.rei.com/saltlakecity.
OCTOBER 19Dave vs. the Volcano(s):
Climbing Mt. Shasta and Mt. Rainier—7:00 p.m. at REI Salt Lake City. Join Salt Lake City native Dave Smith for an evening of photos
and stories on his journey last summer to climb the two highest volcanoes in the continental U.S., Mount Shasta and Mount Rainier.
OCTOBER 26Geocaching Basics—7:00
p.m. at REI Salt Lake City. Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Join Jeff Caulfi eld this evening as he teaches you the basics of this fun sport.
OCTOBER 23Service Project: Bend-in-
the-River Fall Clean-Up Service Project—9:30 a.m. to noon. Help remove invasive weeds and plant native plants at this project along the banks of the Jordan
River. A light breakfast will be provided. Pre-registration required. All ages welcome! Please RSVP the number of people in your party via email to Nick Rothacher at [email protected]. www.bend-in-the-river.org
OCTOBER 28Black & White Digital
Photography: Technique/Composition—7:00 p.m. at REI Salt Lake City. Joel Addams has been photographing for eight years from Morocco to Nepal and throughout the United States. He’ll present the basics of what makes a great black and white photo and how it translates from the scene to the fi nal product. For beginning and intermediate photographers.
OCTOBER 23REI MEMBERS’ ONLY
GARAGE SALE EVENT—9:00 a.m. at REI Salt Lake
City. For great deals on used and returned gear, REI Garage Sales are the place to shop! Save 30-60% of retail prices. All items are non-returnable and non-dividendable. Entry when doors open is determined by random lottery.
OCTOBER 30REI MEMBERS’ ONLY
GARAGE SALE EVENT— 9:00 a.m. at REI Sandy. For great deals on used and returned gear, REI Garage Sales are the place to shop! 30-60% off of retail prices. All items are non-returnable and non-dividendable. Entry when doors open is determined by random lottery.
OCTOBER 202011 Climb to Fight Breast
Cancer Recruitment Meeting—7:00 p.m. at REI Salt Lake City. Join us for this 2011 recruitment
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RUNNING; TRIATHLON & MULTISPORT
meeting and learn more about the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center’s Climb to Fight Breast Cancer® events. Since 1997, outdoor enthusiasts have joined together, in honor or memory of loved ones who have battled breast cancer, to ascend some of the world’s most breathtaking peaks. www.fhcrc.org/climb
RUNNINGOCTOBER 2Prevent Child Abuse 5K Walk
and 2-Mile Walk—8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Sugar House Park, 1330 East 2100 South, Salt Lake City, UT. All proceeds will go directly to child abuse prevention programs in Utah schools and communities. Awards, snacks and family activities. Registration Fee: $15, person, $30/family of four. Includes a t-shirt, snacks and entertainment. www.preventchildabuseutah.org
OCTOBER 16Pink Half Marathon—Utah’s
fi rst women’s-only half marathon! 10:00 a.m. Park City High Football Field, 1780 Kearns Blvd., Park City, UT. Benefi ts UCREW (Utah Cancer Resource and Education for Women). [email protected], www.thepinkseries.com
OCTOBER 16Run with Faith 10K, 5K,
Family Fun Run—9:00 a.m. Sugar House Park, 2100 S. 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT. www.hugsfortugs.org
OCTOBER 22-23Ragnar Relay Las Vegas
2010—7:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. Imagine this: RED ROCK, then VIEWS OF THE STRIP at night, then more RED ROCK. You and 11 of your closest friends running relay-style day and night. The race (and your stamina) will wrap up at Red Rock Resort and Casino in the one and only city of sin, Las Vegas, NV. Contact: Chris Thresher, 801-358-8240
[email protected], www.ragnarrelay.com/lasvegas/index.php
OCTOBER 23Save-A-Sister 10K, 5K &
1-mile—St. George, UT. Support Dixie Regional Medical Center’s Breast Cancer Division. www.sgcityrec.org
OCTOBER 30Provo Halloween Half
Marathon—9:00 a.m. Alpine Loop above Sundance Resort, Provo, UT. www.halloweenhalf.com
NOVEMBER 6Squatters Chasing Tail 5K
Fun Run—9:00 a.m. Wheeler Farm, 6351 S. 900 East, Salt Lake City, UT. 801-808-0804, www.uaata.org
NOVEMBER 6Turkey Trot 5K—9:00 a.m. to
11:00 a.m. Lone Peak Park, 10140 South 700 East, Sandy, UT. Registration is available at the Sandy Parks and Recreation Offi ce (440 East 8680 South), or online. The registration fee includes a race shirt. We offer a family discount to immediate family members with three of more people registering from the same household. The family discount is not available online. www.sandy.utah.gov/parks
NOVEMBER 20Turkey Trot 5K & 1-Mile
Walk—9:30 a.m. Entry Fee: 3 cans of food. Seegmiller Historical Farm, 2450 South 3000 East, St. George, UT. www.sgcityrec.org
NOVEMBER 20Mesquite Marathon,
Half Marathon, 10K, 5K—5:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. St. George, Utah to Casablanca Event Center in Mesquite, NV. www.mammothmarathons.com
NOVEMBER 25Utah Human Race 5K Run
or Walk—8:00 a.m. Draper Factory Outlet Mall, 12101 Factory Outlet Drive, Draper,
UT. For 2010, our goal is to have another record crowd and donations in excess of $75,000. www.utahhumanrace.com
NOVEMBER 25Sports-AM Mill Creek Cold
Turkey 5K Run/Walk—9:00 a.m. Starts at Olympus Hills Shopping Center, up Mill Creek Canyon and fi nishes at Einstein’s Bagels at Olympus Hills, Salt Lake City, UT. 801-583-6281, [email protected], www.sports-am.com
NOVEMBER 27Ogden Santa Run 5K—4:30
p.m. 22nd - 26th Street Washington Blvd., Ogden, UT. On Hill Events, 801-335-4940, [email protected], www.onhillevents.com, www.runsanta.com
DECEMBER 4Expedition St George—
9:00 a.m. 50-mile team relay exploring southern Utah. 5 people per team. Town Square, 55 S. Main Street, St. George, UT.
DECEMBER 4Provo Santa Run 5K—9:00
a.m. NuSkin on Center Street, Provo, UT. On Hill Events, 801-335-4940, [email protected], www.onhillevents.com, www.runsanta.com
TRIATHLON & MULTISPORT
OCTOBER 91st Annual Layton Marathon,
Half Marathon, 10K, 5K—Starts out at Fielding Garr Ranch on Antelope Island and ends at Ellison Park in Layton, UT. On Hill Events, 801-335-4940, [email protected],www.laytonmarathon.com
OCTOBER 23Powell3 Triathlon
Challenge—8:00 a.m. Get your competitive juices fl owing as you take on your fellow competitors at the Stateline Marina at Wahweap! Sprint and Olympic distances will be offered at this long-awaited event! On Hill Events, 801-335-4940,[email protected], www.onhillevents.com, www.powell3.com
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LAST WORDWHAT’S HOT
MOUNTAINBOARDING
By Jerson Hatch
Unless you don’t get out much, you’ve probably seen people racing down roads, mountains or grassy hills on what looks like a cross between a snowboard and a large-wheeled, aggressive skateboard. You can see everything from beginners learning to turn or carve down a slightly inclined hill, to advanced riders practicing jumps, spins (rotating 180 or 360 degrees in the air) and grabs (reaching down and grabbing the board while jumping) on rough terrain or dirt courses.
Mountainboarding is essentially snowboarding, but is done on anything but snow. This new all-weather, all-terrain sport is gaining widespread recognition in the United States, and all across the globe. It encompasses skills from snowboarding, surfi ng, mountain biking and skateboarding, and is a great way to stay in shape for snowboarding during the off-eason.
The great thing about mountain-boarding is that it’s relatively easy to learn and has a fairly low start-up
cost. You can purchase a mountain board at a local sporting goods store, a mountain board dealer or online. Expect to pay $150 for an entry level board with a brake system and around $500 for an expert downhill board. As any true mountainboarder will tell you, do not forget your safety gear. First, you’ll need a helmet, plus elbow pads, knee pads, wrist guards, eye protection and preferably gloves. You can also get hip pads and a back pad for added safety.
Once you have all your gear, head to the nearest grassy hill. All you need is a fi ve degree slope to begin mountainboarding. You can mountainboard on almost
any surface, including: dirt, grass and concrete, just not deep snow. For most people, it takes about an hour of riding before you are carving back and forth down the hill and building confi dence for harder moves. According to MBS, if you have good balance, mountainboarding is much easier to learn than snowboarding.
My fi rst time moun-tainboarding I tried out
the MBS Comp 95 ($399), which is a versatile board suitable for all levels of rid-ers. It’s very maneuverable, but also remains stable at
high speeds. The best advice I was given before my fi rst ride
came from the MBS Getting Started DVD, “Bend your knees, visualize and commit!” With that advice, try out this sports and see what it’s like to enjoy the mountain slopes all year long! Learn more about mountainboarding and get riding tips on the MBS Moun-tainboards’ website. mbs.com
DOES IT WORK?
QUICKPITCH™ USA POP-UP TENT
By Jenny Willden
I love car camping in the fall. It’s as easy as loading your car with gear, driving up the canyon, making some tin dinners and pitching a tent. Ok, pitching a tent isn’t always easy. In fact, I loathe putting up most tents...especially in the dark. That’s where the QuickPitch™ USA Pop-up Tent comes in. I saw this tent at the Outdoor Retail-er Demo Day and knew it was a great solution for anyone who car camps.
The fi berglass spring-loaded tent is stored in a circle-shaped bag, and to pitch it you simply open the bag and throw the tent in the air. It pops up in-
stantly, and all you have to do is stake it down. The QuickPitch™ sleeps two people comfortably, but can fi t three without feeling like sardines in a can. Features include: a rain canopy over the entrance, taped seams for water resistance and built-in guy-lines for easy staking.
Packing the QuickPitch™ is almost as easy as pitching it... once you get the hang of it. Basically you fold the tent on itself, push the air out, wrap the included bungee around it and put it back in the bag. I man-aged this task in
about 30 seconds, but some could pack it in as little as 15 seconds. Perfect for car camping, but a nightmare for back-packing, the tent is stored in a 31-inch round case and weighs six pounds.
New to the United States, you can cur-rently get this tent online only. But look for it at many retailers beginning in the spring. $99.95 spotbrands.com
U TA H U T E S . C O M
2010 HOME SCHEDULESept. 2 vs. Pittsburgh 6:30 pm
Sept. 11 vs. UNLV* 2:00 pm
Sept. 25 vs. San Jose State Homecoming 6:00 pm
Oct. 23 vs. Colorado State* Uth Day 4:00 pm
Nov. 6 vs. TCU* Camo Blackout Day 1:30 pm
Nov. 27 vs. BYU* 1:30 pmAll times Mountain. *Mountain West Conference game.
21/2 hours prior to kickoff .
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SOMETHING BIG ISHAPPENING ATTHE CANYONS.
WE’VE BEEN BUSY. New lifts, more terrain, and more season pass-holder benefits.
NEW LIFT:Out-of-base lift with heated seats and enclosedcabins.
IRON MOUNTAIN:300 more acres serviced by a high-speed quad.
SILVER AND GOLD.New season passes feature comped lift tickets,lodging, and food.
GET YOUR locals only season pass discount by Oct. 15th. Visit thecanyons.comor call 435.615.3410.
